Archive
2021
Must Taiwan Remain Invisible for the Next 50 Years?
By Yu-Jie Chen
On the 50th anniversary of the U.N.’s Resolution on Chinese representation, it’s time to rethink Taiwan’s role in the world.
India’s Main Opposition Party Suffers a Crisis in Punjab
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Internal bickering within the Indian National Congress will likely lead to the party losing one of the few states it rules.
Chen Po-wei Is the Latest Victim of Taiwan’s ‘Recall Revenge’
By Brian Hioe
Another progressive young politician was recalled, part of a broader wave of recalls backed by the opposition KMT.
Uzbek President Secures 2nd Term in Flawed Election
By Catherine Putz
The OSCE election monitoring mission says reforms under Mirziyoyev "have not yet resulted in a genuinely pluralistic environment."
Why Is Canada Missing From the Indo-Pacific?
By Steve Raaymakers
It’s time to bring Canada more fully and formally into the joint Indo-Pacific security fold.
The Economic and Security Imperatives of Scott Morrison’s Climate Commitment
By Philip Citowicki
There's a long way to go, but the Australian leader's pledge could reconfigure the public debate around climate issues.
With Strong State Backing, Australian Telco Purchases Pacific Network Digicel
By Sebastian Strangio
The deal is designed to head off the network's rumored purchase by a state-owned Chinese firm.
Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan Again Signals its Street Power
By Niha Dagia
The banned far-right party has considerable support in politically significant Punjab.
Taiwan Says it is ‘Preparing For War,’ But Are Taiwanese Mentally Ready?
By Liam Gibson
A persistent perception gap between public and policymakers may undermine government efforts to build the island’s resilience.
Myanmar Junta Decries Exclusion of Coup Leader From ASEAN Summit
By Sebastian Strangio
After initially appearing to take ASEAN's decision on the chin, the military government has stiffened its position.
Telenor in Myanmar: Norway’s Human Rights Reputation Is On the Line
By Aung Myo Min
The Norwegian firm took a principled stance to Myanmar's coup. The same can't be said for its exit from the country.
Why Is the World Ignoring Repatriation of Rohingya Refugees?
By Asif Muztaba Hassan
Refugee camps in Bangladesh have become a source of business for vested interests.